Raider vs SpaceTradersAPI
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Raider vs SpaceTradersAPI: common questions
Which is more reliable, Raider or SpaceTradersAPI?
On our scheduled checks, SpaceTradersAPI leads on measured uptime — Raider at 98.9% versus SpaceTradersAPI at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, Raider or SpaceTradersAPI?
Raider has the lower median latency in our checks — Raider responds in 140 ms versus SpaceTradersAPI at 369 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do Raider and SpaceTradersAPI need an API key?
Raider needs no key, while SpaceTradersAPI requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Raider first.
Can I call Raider and SpaceTradersAPI from the browser?
Yes — both Raider and SpaceTradersAPI send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Raider and SpaceTradersAPI free for commercial use?
Raider has unclear commercial terms, and SpaceTradersAPI has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.